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Senior Network Operator

Division:Technology

Job Purpose

To operate and monitor satellite bus and payload and radio frequency subsystems effectively and efficiently based on the recommended operating procedures to meet the company objective of satellite system high availability

Principal Accountabilities

Supporting Spacecraft Engineers in executing commands to the spacecraft

Informs Supervisor and responsible engineers in any subsystem in space section of any alarm associated with the spacecraft.

Monitors the status of the ground equipment hardware and software and prepare reports in case of hardware failure to RF engineer as well as Operation Manager

Support engineers on phone to overcome any alarm or problem with the system

Logging all shift activities in the Satellite Operation Center

Carry on any operational request from engineers in space section

Record RFT daily reading

Carrying on the scheduled activities in daily operation plan

SOC access control – Operators responsible for ensuring that no unescorted unauthorized people are in the SOC at any time

Prepare Shift handover form

Responsible for all SOC operational workstations

* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

Knowledge Skills and Experience

Diploma in relevant Electrical Engineering discipline

Further training in satellite communications technology, earth station technologies, antenna control subsystem and RF subsystem

Thuraya Telecommunications Company is an industry leading MSS operator and a global telecommunication provider offering innovative communications solutions to a variety of sectors including energy, broadcast media, maritime, military and humanitarian NGO. Thuraya’s superior network enables clear communications and uninterrupted coverage across two thirds of the globe by satellite and across the whole planet through its unique GSM roaming capabilities. The company’s diverse range of technologically superior and highly reliable mobile satellite handsets and broadband devices provide ease of use, value, quality and efficiency. Thuraya remains committed to serving humanity through delivering the essential tools for optimal connectivity, never leaving anyone out of reach.